In the Company of Others

An Introduction to Communication

Fourth Edition

J. Dan Rothwell

Description

Now in its fourth edition, In the Company of Others continues to use the "communication competence" model to bring introductory human communication courses to life for students. Combining current research with humor, vivid examples, and practical advice, Rothwell tackles interpersonal and small group communication alongside public speaking in a single term.

In the Company of Others

An Introduction to Communication

J. Dan Rothwell

Author Information

J. Dan Rothwell is chair of the Communication Studies Department at Cabrillo College.

In the Company of Others

An Introduction to Communication

Fourth Edition

J. Dan Rothwell

Reviews and Awards

Recipient of the 2011 NCA Community College Outstanding Educator Award

"A cutting-edge textbook that actually has personality. Students will love the 'Film School Case Studies' section at the end of each chapter."--Ronnie Stanley, Northwest Florida State College

"In the Company of Others embraces humane values without denying the complexity of issues related to them."--George Denger, Lake Superior State University

"In the Company of Others is about communicating in an ever more diverse society. The text does this very well, with examples taken from people and situations with which students are familiar."--William Ferreira, Houston Community College

"Rothwell integrates the communication competence model throughout in a way that actually shows students which elements of competence are relevant."--Ben Tyson, Central Connecticut State University